Glen Grant 18 Year Old Rare Edition vs MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 18 Year Old Rare Edition
Glen Grant
★ 4.57
£107
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£125
| Glen Grant 18 Year Old Rare Edition | MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | MacNair's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48% |
| Age | 18 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £106.9 | £125 |
| Rating | 4.57/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 18 Year Old Rare Edition
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glen Grant 18 Year Old Rare Edition
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.57).
Glen Grant 18 Year Old Rare Edition is better value at £107 vs £125.
For beginners: Glen Grant 18 Year Old Rare Edition is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 18 Year Old Rare Edition
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£106.9 vs £125)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £106.9)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 18 Year Old Rare Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy MacNair's?
MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Grant 18 Year Old Rare Edition
Only MacNair's Lum Reek 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)